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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
COMMANDER – ENGINEER TRAINING
Chicago Fire Department
Bureau of Administrative Services
Number of Positions: 1
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CAREER SERVICE UNIFORMED MEMBERS OF THE CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT
Under direction of the District Chief of Training and/or designee, assists in the management of Quinn Fire Academy and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
· Works closely with the Drivers Training divisions to maintain the licensure and certification of the department’s Fire Engineers drivers and operators.
· Responsible for the training and operational capability of all Engines assigned to the Training Division and front-line apparatus.
· Responsible for the maintenance and operational capability of all department off-site pumping sites.
· Responsible for the maintenance and operational capability of all hose, fittings, and all other related equipment assigned to the Engineering Division.
· Responsible for coordinating with testing company as a subject matter expert for any future Engineer exams.
· Responsible for recruiting and coordinating safety officers at all pump test sites.
· Responsible for maintaining all training records pertaining to Engineer Training and Engineering promotions.
· Serves on the department’s Vehicle Accident Safety Review Board.
· Develops schedules and coordinates all training associated with certification, licensure, and sustainment training of all CFD Fire Engineers.
· Serves as an intermediary between uniformed field personnel, division heads, and department management in the resolution of problems and complaints.
· Interprets, explains, and enforces department and City policies and procedures, general orders, and the collective bargaining agreement.
· Responsible for maintaining the chain of command and giving direct orders to members, as required.
Additional duties may be required for this position.
Location: Training Division, PSTC
701 N Kilbourn and 558 W. De Koven
Hours: Varies according to operational need
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications:
· Career Service status as a uniformed member of the Chicago Fire Department is required. Ten (10) years as a uniformed member of the Chicago Fire Department with a minimum career service rank of Fire Engineer (including EMT or Paramedic)
· Three (3) years of technical/specialized work experience in office administration or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
· Office of the State Fire Marshal Instructor II certification or higher certification
· Office of the State Fire Marshal Fire Service Vehicle Operator (FSVO) certification
· Office of the State Fire Marshal Vehicle and Machinery Operations (VMO) certification
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and documents submitted with the application. Candidates must attach ALL applicable certifications/licenses to their application. Failure to attach all applicable certifications/licenses to your application can result in disqualification.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
· Possession of the Office of the State Fire Marshall Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) certificate
· Prior Fire Engineer experience
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office programs PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Excel
Licensed 3 rd Party Safety Officer through the Secretary of State
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected. Selected candidates must bring all applicable certifications/licenses to their interview.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 05/07/2024